Comparison Console
Gerber Lockdown Pry vs Leatherman Freestyle CX
EDC Multitools comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the fewest tools option for tool count, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the most tools option for tool count, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Leatherman Freestyle CX stands out as the shortest option for closed length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Gerber Lockdown Pry stands out as the longest option for closed length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$69.99Cheapest
US$89.95Most expensive
Weight
170 g (6.00 oz)Heaviest
127 g (4.48 oz)Lightest
Closed length
102 mm (4.02 in)Longest
86 mm (3.39 in)Shortest
Open length
158 mm (6.22 in)
Unknown
Dimensions
Width
14.2 mm (0.56 in)Lowest
33 mm (1.30 in)Highest
Thickness
14 mm (0.55 in)
14 mm (0.55 in)
Tools
Tool count
10Most tools
2Fewest tools
Tools
Plain edge bladeReplaceable #11 utility bladeScissorsFile with chisel edgeCast pry barBottle openerLarge flathead driverSmall flathead driverNail puller
Pliers with Wire CuttersPartly-Serrated Locking Blade
Plier type
N/A
Light to medium duty
One-hand opening
Yes
Yes
Pocket clip
Yes
Yes
Sheath included
No
Yes
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryEDC problem solvingCampingFishingOutdoor useSmall gear repairsTasks needing pry bar functionality
EDC pocket carryLight to medium duty tasksQuick cutting tasks such as opening boxes and packagingWire cutting with integrated wire cutters
Common praise
Compact and slim designUseful array of essential toolsDurable aluminum handle with textured gripFrame lock for blade securityWell-suited for everyday carry and outdoor use
Lightweight and compact design with durable constructionConvenient pocket clip makes it easy to carryQuality 154CM blade with liner lock and one-handed openingGood ergonomics for a tool this size
Common complaints
Weight at 170 g may be heavier than minimalists preferLack of pocket clip noted in some sourcesSome find blade length limited for larger tasks
Limited tool count compared to other multitoolsSmall pliers not suited for heavy duty tasksNo bit driver or carabiner like on the Skeletool series
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